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InduKey TKG-086-IP68-WHITE Industrial Keyboard
Designed for hygiene-sensitive environments such as laboratories, hospitals, and food preparation areas, the InduKey TKG-086-IP68-WHITE Industrial Keyboard offers a fully sealed, waterproof design built to endure frequent cleaning and disinfection routines. Its aluminium housing combined with silicone rubber keys ensures impact resistance and dust tightness according to its IP68 rating, ideal for continuous use in moisture-prone settings. The front panel features threaded bolts for secure mounting in fixed installations. Mechanical carbon contact technology provides reliable tactile feedback with a lifespan of approximately two million key presses, supporting long-term deployment.
The integrated 38 mm mechanical trackball offers precise pointing, making this keyboard suitable for industrial-grade applications that require both ruggedness and usability. Operating within a temperature range of -25°C to +75°C, this keyboard is designed to sustain performance in variable, demanding conditions while remaining compliant with RoHS and CE standards.
TKG-086-IP68-WHITE Features
- Compact Silicone Keyboard With 86 Keys
- IP68 Protection, Can Be Submerged Into Liquids
- Can Be Cleaned With Soapy Water, Disinfectants Or Other Cleaning Agents
- Special Coating For Excellent Mechanical and Chemical Resistance
- USB Interface Available
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Product Type
Manufacturer
Ruggedness
IP Rating
Mounting Format
Country Of Manufacture
Germany
Case Material
Silicone Rubber
Certifications
RoHS Compliant, CE
Custom Options Products
Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface
Dimensions
305 x 150 x 11 mm
Housing Colour
White
Cable
Single-Cable USB Appx. 1.6m-2m
Compatibility
All Windows and Macintosh Operating Systems
Key Material
Aluminium
Key Switch
Carbon Contact Technology
Mounting Type
front panel with threaded bolts
No. Of Keys
86
Operating Force
1.5 N
Operating Principle
mechanical
Pointing Device
Trackball
Pointing Device Operating Principle
Mechanical
Product Weight
approx. 685 g
Switch / Key Travel
1.0 mm
Switching Cycles
approx. 2 mill. (per key)
Trackball Diameter
38 mm
Temperature Rating
STORAGE: -30C to +75C OPERATING:-25C to +75C
The InduKey TKG-086-IP68-WHITE Industrial Keyboard is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The TKG-086-IP68-WHITE supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Food And Beverage Processing, Healthcare And Medical, Industrial Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical.
Across these sectors, the TKG-086-IP68-WHITE is typically used in applications such as Cold-Chain Compliance Monitoring, Health, Safety, And Compliance Inspections, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Medical Carts And Clinical Mobile Workstations, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, Quality Control And Inspection.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the TKG-086-IP68-WHITE across both industry sectors and real-world operational use cases. Its suitability extends well beyond the scenarios listed above, making it a flexible solution for a broad range of requirements.
For further information, or to assess whether the TKG-086-IP68-WHITE is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The InduKey TKG-086-IP68-WHITE Industrial Keyboard comes with a 1 Year Limited Warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).
To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, InduKey TKG-086-IP68-WHITE Industrial Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the InduKey TKG-086-IP68-WHITE Industrial Keyboard or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
Do you need further details about the InduKey TKG-086-IP68-WHITE Industrial Keyboard, or would you like to discuss a customised solution or demonstration?
At RUGGED, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the InduKey TKG-086-IP68-WHITE or need a custom Rugged Keyboard solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.
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With extensive industry experience and a focus on reliability and performance, we help you select a solution aligned with your operational requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The rigorous demands of medical environments necessitate equipment that can withstand constant use, frequent cleaning, and potential exposure to contaminants. Rugged Limited specifically designs and manufactures rugged keyboard solutions that meet these stringent requirements, making them ideal for healthcare settings.
Key features that make a rugged keyboard suitable for medical use include:
- Sealed Construction: Our keyboards are typically sealed to IP ratings such as IP65, IP67, or even IP68, meaning they are completely protected against dust ingress and can withstand liquid spills, making them easy to disinfect thoroughly without damaging internal components.
- Antimicrobial Materials: Many models incorporate antimicrobial additives in their construction, inhibiting the growth of bacteria and viruses, which is crucial for infection control in hospitals and clinics.
- Easy to Clean: The smooth surfaces and lack of crevices on a rugged keyboard prevent the accumulation of dirt and germs, allowing for quick and effective cleaning with medical-grade disinfectants.
- Durability: Built to last, these keyboards can endure the high-traffic and demanding conditions of a medical facility, reducing downtime and replacement costs.
- Customisation Options: Rugged Limited offers various layouts and mounting options to seamlessly integrate with existing medical carts, workstations, and equipment.
By providing a reliable and hygienic input solution, a rugged keyboard from Rugged Limited contributes significantly to maintaining sterile environments and enhancing efficiency in medical applications.
Rugged Limited offers a range of durable keyboards, and while the exact level of environmental protection can vary by model, many of our rugged keyboards are engineered to withstand exposure to liquids.
These robust input devices are often designed with features to prevent water ingress, making them suitable for industries where spills, splashes, or wash-downs are common. For specific details on the waterproof ratings of a particular rugged keyboard, it’s always best to consult the individual product specifications.
Rugged Limited understands the importance of versatility in industrial and demanding environments. That’s why our range of rugged keyboards is designed to accommodate global users by supporting multiple language layouts. This means that whether you require a keyboard with a UK, US, German, French, or another specific language layout, Rugged Limited can provide a solution tailored to your operational requirements.
This adaptability in language options ensures that users worldwide can operate our durable keyboards efficiently and comfortably, without compromising on the ruggedness and reliability that our products are known for. When sourcing a rugged keyboard, it’s important to specify your language layout needs to ensure the best fit for your application.
Rugged Limited specialises in providing industrial solutions, and this includes offering customisation options for their rugged keyboard range. We understand that different industries and applications have unique demands, which is why our rugged keyboards can be tailored to incorporate various features.
For instance, standard options like integrated pointing devices, backlighting, and different mounting solutions are available to enhance functionality and usability. Beyond these, Rugged Limited can implement bespoke modifications to ensure the rugged keyboard seamlessly integrates into your specific setup and operational environment. This commitment to customisation ensures that you receive a product perfectly suited to your needs, rather than a one-size-fits-all solution.
Choosing a rugged keyboard over a consumer keyboard is essential in environments where standard equipment simply won’t withstand the conditions. Rugged keyboards are specifically engineered to endure extreme temperatures, dust, dirt, liquids, and vibrations, which are common challenges in industrial, medical, and military settings.
Unlike consumer keyboards, which are designed for typical office use, a rugged keyboard features robust construction, often incorporating sealed components and durable materials like stainless steel or silicone. This enhanced build quality prevents ingress of contaminants and protects internal electronics, ensuring reliable performance and a significantly longer lifespan.
Furthermore, Rugged Limited’s range of rugged keyboards are built for reliability in the harshest conditions, minimising downtime and maintenance costs often associated with frequent replacement of less durable alternatives.
Rugged Limited provides a range of rugged keyboards designed to withstand challenging industrial environments, including those found on forklifts and heavy machinery. These keyboards are built to be extremely durable, offering resistance to liquids, dust, and extreme temperatures, which are common conditions in such operational settings.
The design of many rugged keyboard models includes features that facilitate easy integration into various industrial setups. This often involves robust casings and adaptable mounting solutions, ensuring a secure and stable fit even with vibrations or impacts inherent to machinery operation. Their resilience makes them a reliable interface for data entry and control in demanding applications. Rugged Limited’s extensive experience ensures these keyboards meet the rigorous demands of industrial use.
Rugged Limited offers a variety of rugged keyboards, and many of these models come equipped with backlit keys. This feature is particularly beneficial for professionals operating in environments with challenging lighting conditions, such as during night shifts or in dimly lit industrial settings. The backlighting ensures that each key is clearly visible, thereby reducing errors and improving operational efficiency.
Our selection of rugged keyboards includes options where the backlighting is a standard feature, designed to meet the demands of rigorous use. This ensures that regardless of the ambient light, the keyboard remains fully functional and easy to use, supporting continuous productivity.
Rugged Limited understands the importance of durability in demanding environments, which is why our rugged keyboards are often built with chemical resistance in mind. This feature is crucial for industries where keyboards are regularly exposed to harsh cleaning agents, disinfectants, or other industrial fluids.
Our rugged keyboards are frequently constructed from materials and with designs that prevent the ingress of liquids and corrosive substances, ensuring continued functionality and longevity. This chemical resistance contributes to the overall robustness and reliability of the keyboard, making it suitable for sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and food processing, where hygiene and exposure to various chemicals are common.
The ability of a rugged keyboard to withstand such exposure means less downtime for cleaning and maintenance, and a longer operational lifespan, providing excellent value for our customers.








